KAMPALA, UGANDA – Joseph Tamale Mirundi, a seasoned journalist, author, and political analyst, has passed away at the age of 59. He was born in 1964 in Rakai District, Uganda, and attended Rubaga Senior Secondary School and later graduated from Makerere University.
Mirundi began his career as a part-time writer for the newspaper Munno before becoming a professional journalist. He worked as a presidential press secretary and media advisor and was a member of the National Resistance Movement. He was a familiar face on Ugandan television, appearing on various political shows, including “Sharp Talk” on STV Uganda, “One on One” on NBS Television, and “Embuga” on STV Uganda.
In 2022, Mirundi founded the online newspaper Kab News, where he published news and information. However, his career was not without controversy. He was suspended from the “One On One” show in 2017 for using abusive language. He was also taken to court by lawyer Mabirizi over defamation. In 2015, his first wife, Juliet Nassimbwa, wanted to divorce him due to political differences. Mirundi alleged that he was poisoned in 2019.
Despite the challenges, Mirundi was rewarded by President Yoweri Museveni with a new car for his media work. He was known for his sharp analysis and fearless commentary, predicting the downfall of Eric Sakwa and believing that the People Power, Our Power party under Bobi Wine would gain more seats in the 2021 elections.
Mirundi is survived by his parents, Molly Namatovu and Yowana Mirundi. Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
